Government questions and answers

Government Questions and Answers

Prepare for your JAMB, WAEC, NECO, and Post UTME exams with these Government past questions and answers.

1,636.

Which of the following systems of government does not practice collective responsibility?

A.

Communalism system

B.

Non-centralised system

C.

Executive system

D.

Cabinet system

Correct answer is B

Collective responsibility is a concept in which members of a group are considered responsible for the actions of the group as a whole. In the context of government, this often applies to cabinet systems where all members of the cabinet are collectively responsible for the decisions made. Non-Centralized system does not practice collective responsibility as power and decision-making are not concentrated in a central authority.or individuals mostly comes

1,637.

The local government system assists best in mentoring and grooming people for

A.

military operations

B.

leadership positions

C.

citizenship and justice

D.

large-scale farming

Correct answer is B

The local government system is the closest level of government to the people. It is a training ground for politicians and individuals who aspire to hold leadership positions at higher levels of government. Therefore, it assists best in mentoring and grooming people for leadership positions.

1,638.

What is commonly referred to as the association of the government and the governed?

A.

confederation

B.

state

C.

federation

D.

monarchy

Correct answer is B

The association of the government and the governed is commonly referred to as the State. A state is a political entity represented by its government and population.

1,639.

What type of right enables citizens to participate in state affairs?

A.

judicial right

B.

social right

C.

habeas corpus

D.

political right

Correct answer is D

Political rights are rights that allow citizens to participate in state affairs. These include the right to vote, the right to freedom of speech and assembly, and the right to hold public office.

1,640.

The public Service Commission performs the following functions except

A.

advisory body

B.

imposition of income tax

C.

welfare of personnel

D.

discipline of personnel

Correct answer is B

The Public Service Commission does not have the power to impose income tax. This function is typically performed by the revenue or tax collection agency of the government. The Public Service Commission is responsible for the discipline of personnel, welfare of personnel, and serves as an advisory body.